Baker's yeast extract
Low GI
GL 0.5 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 9 per 100 g
- High in B vitamins
- Very high sodium content
Baker's yeast extract has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.5.
Updated Oct 30, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Yeast extract
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Soluble | 2.1 g |
| Insoluble | 4.9 g |
| Protein | 39 g |
| Fat | 1 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.8 g |
| Sodium | 7000 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High in B vitamins
- Rich in protein
- Very high sodium content
- Highly processed
- Low fiber compared to whole foods
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Baker's yeast extract?
Baker's yeast extract has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 0.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 9.
Is Baker's yeast extract good for people with insulin resistance?
Baker's yeast extract has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Yeast extract has the lowest glycemic load?
Baker's yeast extract has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Yeast extract in this database (9 per 100 g).
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